Kodak Tri-X Movie Film

Yes, because this is a reversal film, it must be processed as black-and-white reversal to create a positive image directly on the film strip. Ensure your chosen lab specifically offers black-and-white reversal processing for Super 8 film.

A standard 50-foot Super 8 cartridge provides approximately 2 minutes and 30 seconds of footage when shooting at the standard speed of 18 frames per second.

An ISO of 200 is versatile but moderate. It performs well in bright indoor lighting or well-lit studio settings, but you will likely need additional lighting or a wider aperture lens if you are shooting in dim environments.

Tri-X is known for its high-contrast, gritty look and distinct silver-halide grain structure. It offers a timeless, cinematic quality that emphasizes texture and shadow detail, which is very different from the softer, more naturalistic look of color negative stocks.

This film uses the standard Super 8 cartridge format, which is compatible with the vast majority of vintage Super 8 cameras. However, it is always a good idea to check your specific camera manual to ensure it can handle the ISO 200 speed rating.